Computer Science BA, BS
Put yourself at the forefront of technology and innovation.
Future-proof your career with a degree in computer science.
Computer science empowers you to design your own path to success by combining rigorous education with hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology.
In-Demand Careers
- Software Engineer
- Computer Programmer
- Web Developer
- UX Designer
- IT Project Manager
- Video Game Developer
Why Computer Science? | Why Our Program?
- Our small classes and PhD-level faculty provide opportunities for personalized learning and mentorship.
- Our students gain hands-on experience at the Institute for Cybersecurity & Emerging Technology at RIC, a regional center of excellence.
- Our minor in computer science provides an opportunity for students from other majors to enhance their education with a strong foundation in technology.
- Topics covered include: software engineering, object-oriented design, cybersecurity, Web design, artificial intelligence and network architecture.
Two degree options provide flexibility based on career goals. Our Bachelor of Arts curriculum encourages cross-disciplinary education, combining computer science with other majors and/or minors. Our Bachelor of Science curriculum is more technologically rigorous, with emphasis on math and science.
Our Computer Science and Information Systems Faculty
Dr. Lisa Z. Bain
- Professor
Dr. Timothy Henry
- Associate Professor
Hyein Jeong
- Assistant Professor
Scott Lambert
- Associate Professor
Dr. Qian Liu
- Associate Professor
Dr. Suzanne I. Mello-Stark
- Associate Professor
Joyce A. Perry
- Assistant Professor
Ms. Darlene F. Wood
- Assistant Professor
Hear from a Student
Aidan Lowther
“I’m aspiring to go into any kind of computer science job that meshes with biology, such as cyber biosecurity or biotech software development. Getting a computer science degree can cover both those lanes.”
– Computer Science Major
Sought-After Students
RIC alum Nick Garvey, a computer science major, with minors in cybersecurity and Web design, says the first thing tech students need to do is explore the field.
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